How to get from Chicago to Kankakee by bus and train?

From Chicago to Kankakee by bus and train

To get from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago, take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) station. Next, take the ILLINI train from Chicago Union Station station to Kankakee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min. The bus and train schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kankakee on the Moovit app.

108min
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Train - ILLINIILLINI
Walk to Kankakee
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    520 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - ILLINIILLINI
    Wait for train
    ILLINI
    Carbondale
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kankakee
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kankakee
    Walk to
    Kankakee
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago to Kankakee by train

To get from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago, take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the ILLINI train from Chicago Union Station station to Kankakee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kankakee on the Moovit app.

122min
Walk to train station
Train - MD-WMD-W
Train - ILLINIILLINI
Walk to Kankakee
Leaves from Western Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    0.66 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2240| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ILLINIILLINI
    Wait for train
    ILLINI
    Carbondale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kankakee
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to Kankakee
    Walk to
    Kankakee
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Kankakee

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Kankakee, Chicago is approximately 59.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Kankakee by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Chicago to Kankakee

To check the bus and train schedule from Chicago to Kankakee using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago) and destination (Kankakee), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Chicago to Kankakee by train

To get from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago, take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the ILLINI train from Chicago Union Station station to Kankakee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kankakee on the Moovit app.

122min
Walk to train station
Train - MD-WMD-W
Train - ILLINIILLINI
Walk to Kankakee
Leaves from Western Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    0.66 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2240| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ILLINIILLINI
    Wait for train
    ILLINI
    Carbondale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kankakee
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to Kankakee
    Walk to
    Kankakee
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Kankakee?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 20, Train line ILLINI.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Kankakee?

    The alternative route takes 122 minutes, using Train line MD-W, Train line ILLINI.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Kankakee in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Western (East) station near Chicago to Columbus & Randolph (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Columbus & Randolph (South) station near Kankakee in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chicago and Kankakee in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Kankakee in Chicago?

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Western (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Kankakee in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Columbus & Randolph (South) station, which is closest to Kankakee in Chicago.

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